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Kids’ Fish! Saturday, May 25, 9-11 a.m. – Tom and Huck
didn’t use fancy fishing gear on the Mississippi, nor will you on the Chattahoochee River! The park provides “river cane” fishing poles with a cork bobber and a hook waiting to be baited. So swing that hook out into the water, relax and wait for the bites! Youngsters may catch catfish, bream or bass. Dress for the weather; wear comfortable clothes, shoes and favorite fishing hat. Don’t forget a snack, insect repellent, sunscreen, and a camera to record the moment. Drinking water and restrooms available. $3 daily pass; or $25 annual pass. Reservations required by calling 678538-1200 or visiting: http://www.nps.gov. 1978 Island Ford Parkway, Sandy Springs, 30350.
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T h e Art s
British Fever
Vietnam Dedication
Franklin Pond Music
Saturday, May 25, 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. – Feel
Thursday, May 23, 11 a.m. – The Atlanta
Monday, May 20, 7 p.m. – Come celebrate
the international ambience with music and dance representing the Commonwealth countries, including Africa, India, The Caribbean, England, Scotland, Wales, and much more. Celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. Enjoy the Downton Abbey tea room; the Atholl Highlanders Pipes & Drums; lots of classic British cars; games and races; and a kids’ area, with magic, croquet, temporary tattoos, free balloons and more. $8. Kids under 14 years, free, for a limited time. To learn more, email: rgilbert@empire-events.net or visit: http://empire-events.net. Oglethorpe University, 4484 Peachtree Rd., NE, Brookhaven, 30319.
TAFEX Festival Sunday, May 26, 2-7 p.m. – TAFEX is the
annual African Experience Festival, a cultural display of live musical performances, fashion, African food, arts and crafts, games, kids’ area, and fun for the entire family. Free admission. Everyone is welcome. Come out and learn about African traditions and heritage at this one-day event! Brook Run Park, 4770 N. Peachtree Rd., Dunwoody, 30338. Register for your tickets at: www. tafexonline.com, and check on event updates and details. Call 877-436-3980 or email: tafex@apinke.com with questions.
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Vietnam Veterans Business Association announces the 2013 dedication of its Vietnam Memorial, this year honoring the memory of Major John L. Carroll, U.S. Air Force, a native of Dunwoody and a 1958 graduate of Marist School. Major Carroll made the ultimate sacrifice for his country in November 1972, and the public is invited to attend the ceremony. Free. A reception follows. Marist School’s Hughes Spaulding Stadium, 3790 Ashford Dunwoody Rd., Brookhaven, 30319. For more information, contact Alan Gravel at 404-535-4342 or via email: agravel@ wilocon.com. www.avvba.org.
Let’s Recycle Saturday, June 1, 10 a.m.3 p.m. – Keep Atlanta Beautiful
sponsors the Buckhead Community Recycling Center for those interested in recycling items. The Center is open the first Saturday of each month, and accepts electronics, Styrofoam and latex paint, and also offers paper shredding services. There is a $10 charge for televisions. Second-Ponce de Leon Baptist Church, 2715 Peachtree Rd., NE, Atlanta, 30305. For more information about the acceptable items, go to: www.keepatlantabeautiful.org.
all the hard work of Franklin Pond Chamber Music’s “Fall Into Spring” coaches and students! Free and open to the public. Heritage Sandy Springs, 6110 Bluestone Rd., Sandy Springs, 30328. Call 404-2523479, email: franklinpondcm@mindspring.com or go to: http://franklinpond.org for more details.
Jazz by the Springs Sunday, June 2, 7 p.m. – Gwen Hughes & The Ret-
ro Jazz Kats heat up the stage at the upcoming Concerts by the Springs event. Free and open to the community. No pets. Picnic baskets, coolers and blankets are welcome; no outside tables. Additional food and beverages available for purchase. No smoking. Heritage Green, on the Sandy Springs Entertainment Lawn, 6110 Bluestone Rd., Sandy Springs, 30328. Questions? Visit: www.heritagesandysprings.org, call: 404-851-9111, ext. 4 or email: information@heritagesandysprings. org. To learn more about the band, go to: www.retrojazzkats.com.